20 Operation
Securing the projector
Using a security cable lock
The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a security cable
to secure the projector. A security bar is located on the side of the projector. See item 21 on
.
Insert a security cable to the opening of the security bar and secure it to a nearby fixture or heavy
furniture.
Utilizing the password function
Setting a password
1. Go to
SYSTEM SETUP: ADVANCED
>
Password
. Press
OK
. The
Password
page appears.
2. Highlight
Change Password
and press
OK
.
3. The four arrow keys ( ,
,
,
) respectively represent
4 digits (1, 2, 3, 4). According to the password you desire
to set, press the arrow keys to enter six digits for the
password.
4. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new
password.
Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns to the
Password
page.
5. To activate the
Power On Lock
function, press / to highlight
Power On Lock
and press
/ to select
On
. Input the password again.
If you forget the password
If you enter the wrong password, the password error
message will appear, and the
Input Current Password
message follows. If you absolutely do not remember the
password, you can use the password recall procedure. See
Entering the password recall procedure on page 20
.
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the
projector will automatically shut down in a short time.
Entering the password recall procedure
1. Press and hold
OK
for 3 seconds. The projector will
display a coded number on the screen.
2. Write down the number and turn off your projector.
3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode
the number. You may be required to provide proof of
purchase documentation to verify that you are an
authorized user of the projector.
• The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Make a note of your selected password and keep it in a
safe place in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.
• Once a password has been set and the power on lock is activated, the projector cannot be used unless the
correct password is entered every time the projector is started.
Input New Password
Back
Password Error
Please try again.
Please write down the recall code,
and contact BenQ
Customer Center.
Recall Code:
255 255 255 255
Recall Password
Exit
